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Teams require energy.
The reason why is that difficult work and relentless effort deplete energy. However, with the right kind of leadership, teams can replenish that energy instantly.
If you are in the business of enhancing the energy on your team, this week is for you.
I. One person or idea can completely change the energy of a team or a room.
What it means:
I was reminded of this principle when working with an executive team. We started the meeting with one person missing, the CEO. The collaboration, engagement, and productivity were excellent. One hour into the meeting, the CEO finally entered and instantly changed the energy. People became guarded, quiet, and unproductive.
One person can completely change the energy on a team or in a room, positively or negatively.
II. A simple mantra that encapsulates a big idea can transform the energy of a team.
What it means:
Some of the world’s best leaders, who are no more talented or skilled than you, have harnessed what I call a Maximizing Mantra, which is a simple phrase that encapsulates a big idea, transforming the energy of their team.
Here are some of my favorites:
Row the Boat
Move the Needle
To 1 Billion and Beyond
Run This Town
Takes No Talent
5-Star Effort
III. A leader must inspire or their team will expire.
What it means:
The hard truth is that everyone has more to give than they believe they can. Part of a leader’s job is to inspire action and effort that people wouldn’t give themselves. That often takes creativity, passion, and risk taking.
Who are you going to inspire today?
Use your gift,
John Eades
CEO | LearnLoft | The Sales Infrastructure
P.S. If you are looking for a speaker for your next event, this is what one of the participants at a recent keynote said, “Most inspirational talk I have ever experienced. I texted my team during the talk to thank them for their efforts; I couldn't wait.”
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